A permanent partial disability, or PPD, benefit, is an amount set by law. An employer’s worker’s compensation policy pays this benefit to an employee who suffers the permanent partial disability. The amount varies dependent on the disability itself. A victim who has sustained an incomplete, but permanent, disability may qualify for benefits as set by ... Read More
Among the top fears of potential clients is that he or she will retain an attorney who turns out to be unresponsive. For clients unfamiliar with our practice, this is an understandable concern. Indeed, a top complaint of personal injury clients is that their lawyers don’t return their calls. We Understand Your Pain Greenstein & ... Read More
Perhaps the most infamous product liability lawsuit in U.S. history is the 1994 case of Liebeck v. McDonald’s Restaurants. Comedians and late-show hosts had a lot of fun with this case, which many media outlets portrayed as a frivolous lawsuit. “It’s coffee, of course it’s hot,” went the refrain of the day. Insurance companies jumped on ... Read More
Do you have a loved one in a nursing home? Although you probably did your research beforefinding a facility you trust, it’s important to check in periodically and ensure the staff is taking proper care of its residents. Staffers and residents change over time, and other factors can affect the care your loved one gets ... Read More
If you’re considering filing a lawsuit after an injury, the term “disability” may figure prominently in your case. Under New York law, a disability is the inability to engage in “substantial gainful activity” because of a physical or mental impairment. The gainful activity referred to is not limited to work. Your enjoyment of hobbies, sports ... Read More
Imagine that you had a broken arm and a friend referred you to a psychiatrist for treatment. What?! That’s what it’s like when people suggest that all attorneys are the same. Like doctors, all attorneys have to complete basic coursework and pass an intensive exam that allows them to work in the field. From there, ... Read More